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Guy with 35,000 hours in Ark: Survival Evolved gives it a negative Steam review: ‘How do I get a refund!!’
July 23, 2025
In a remarkable turn of events, a dedicated player of Ark: Survival Evolved has logged an astonishing 35,202 hours in the game since its official release from early access on August 27, 2017. This commitment equates to nearly half of the game’s lifespan, yet the player has recently expressed their dissatisfaction through a negative review on Steam, even going so far as to request a refund.
The player’s critique highlights ongoing issues with the game, particularly concerning the stability of mods, which have reportedly been crashing frequently. The developers have acknowledged these challenges, stating that they are working on a solution and will provide updates as progress is made.
Unprecedented Commitment Meets Disappointment
This situation is not entirely unique within the gaming community; there have been instances where players with extensive hours in a game have left negative feedback. For example, a player of Battlezone 98 logged 8,000 hours before expressing discontent. However, the sheer volume of time dedicated to Ark by this particular reviewer sets a new benchmark for both commitment and disappointment.
Interestingly, despite the negative review and refund request, the player has continued to engage with the game, accumulating an additional 32 hours of playtime in just the past week. This raises questions about whether recent updates have positively impacted their experience. Efforts to reach out for further comments from the player are underway, and any new insights will be shared as they become available.
As the gaming community watches this saga unfold, it serves as a reminder of the complex relationship players have with their favorite titles, where passion can coexist with frustration.
Guy with 35,000 hours in Ark: Survival Evolved gives it a negative Steam review: ‘How do I get a refund!!’
In a remarkable turn of events, a dedicated player of Ark: Survival Evolved has logged an astonishing 35,202 hours in the game since its official release from early access on August 27, 2017. This commitment equates to nearly half of the game’s lifespan, yet the player has recently expressed their dissatisfaction through a negative review on Steam, even going so far as to request a refund.
The player’s critique highlights ongoing issues with the game, particularly concerning the stability of mods, which have reportedly been crashing frequently. The developers have acknowledged these challenges, stating that they are working on a solution and will provide updates as progress is made.
Unprecedented Commitment Meets Disappointment
This situation is not entirely unique within the gaming community; there have been instances where players with extensive hours in a game have left negative feedback. For example, a player of Battlezone 98 logged 8,000 hours before expressing discontent. However, the sheer volume of time dedicated to Ark by this particular reviewer sets a new benchmark for both commitment and disappointment.
Interestingly, despite the negative review and refund request, the player has continued to engage with the game, accumulating an additional 32 hours of playtime in just the past week. This raises questions about whether recent updates have positively impacted their experience. Efforts to reach out for further comments from the player are underway, and any new insights will be shared as they become available.
As the gaming community watches this saga unfold, it serves as a reminder of the complex relationship players have with their favorite titles, where passion can coexist with frustration.